Earth observation satellite

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Earth observation satellites are satellites specifically designed to observe Earth from orbit, similar to reconnaissance satellites but intended for non-military uses such as environmental monitoring, meteorology, map making etc.

[edit] See also

• List of Earth observation satellites
• Weather satellite

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